Thursday, August 6, 2009
Swine Wala Flue..
Being in Pune is thrilling these days,thanx to 'Swine Wala Flue'. Every morning, newspapers comeup with a news item that presents a picture grimmer than yesterday.
All of a sudden the pandemic is so near. Just heard the news that 3 'Swine Flue Suspects' have been detained(read quarrantined) in the nearby building.
The good news is,it is totally curable.The bad news,it is highly contagious and spreads like anything.
Below is a bit of do's and dont's to avoid this pandemic :
Dos
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, tissue in the trash after you use it. Use disposable masks in airports, crowded markets.
Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.
Use alcohol based hand cleaners (e.g: Germ Free).
Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
Always maintain high levels of personal hygiene, especially before and after food preparation and in & out of toilets.
If you are sick, PLEASE stay at home and limit contact with others as much as possible.
While in an affected region, seek immediate medical attention if you develop influenza ike symptoms. (High Fever, body pain, coughing and red nose)
Get plenty of sleep, rest and take plenty of liquids
Drink plenty of water and eat nutritious food
Don’ts
× Touch your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way
× Visits live animal markets, poultry and pig farms in affected countries
× Shake hands or hug in greeting.
× Spit in public.
× Take medicines without consulting a physician
× Forget to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
× Neglect yourself and seek medical advice if needed
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